Quarry shutdown threat looms despite laterite stone price revision in Kerala - The HinduUpdated - April 30, 2026 12:55 am IST - KANNUREven as Chengal Vyavasaya Association reduced its proposed increase in laterite stone price from ₹8 to ₹3.50 per stone, laterite quarry operators on Wednesday announced an indefinite suspension of quarrying, alleging obstruction to operations despite a district-level settlement.The association had decided to resume quarry operations on Tuesday after scaling down the proposed laterite stone price. However, quarry operators alleged that in some parts of Kannur, groups affiliated with the Centre of Indian Trade Union (CITU), blocked quarry operations and vehicles transporting laterite stones, forcing operators to suspend work indefinitely.Published - April 30, 2026 12:54 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }